James Toney No Decision vs John Ruiz This Day April 30, 2005

 

• James Toney 233 lbs
• John Ruiz 241 lbs
• ND in round 12 of 12
• Location: Madison Square Garden, New York, New York, USA
• Referee: Steve Smoger
• Judge: Don Ackerman 116-111
• Judge: Guy Jutras 116-111
• Judge: Tom Schreck 115-112
• World Boxing Association Heavyweight Title (3rd defense of Ruiz)
• International Boxing Association Heavyweight Title (1st defense of Toney)

 

 

Notes

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Ruiz was down in 7th round.

This fight was originally a unanimous decision win for James Toney.

Ruiz announced a short lived retirement after the bout, which didn’t last ten days.

Following this bout James Toney tested positive for a banned substance and the decision was changed to a “No Decision” by the New York State Athletic Commission on Wednesday May 11th.

On May 17, 2005, Ruiz regains recognition as WBA Heavyweight Champion